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Ford Otosan, a joint venture of Ford Motor Co. and Turkish conglomerate Koc Holding AS, posted a 6 percent rise in third-quarter net profit to 92 million lira ($63 million). Sales fell 10 percent to 1.54 billion lira. Full story...

Ford Otosan, a joint venture of Ford Motor Co. and Turkish conglomerate Koc Holding AS, posted a 6 percent rise in third-quarter net profit to 92 million lira ($63 million). Sales fell 10 percent to 1.54 billion lira. Full story...

The Oldest New Vehicles You Can Buy

These vehicles have somehow escaped the typical auto lifecycle and stand in dealership showrooms like museum relics.

Volkswagen New Beetle
Since its 1998 introduction, the New Beetle has received only a bare minimum of changes adding up to some new engines and minor styling tweaks. Despite its lengthy run, the New Beetle's age doesn't even compare to that of the original Bug. That car had a 35-year production run, selling outside of the U.S. as recently as 2003. An all-new replacement for the current model is expected by 2011, meaning the New Beetle will have had a thirteen-year life.

Photo Gallery: The Oldest New Vehicles You Can Buy - Lincoln Town Car, Ford Ranger, Mercedes-Benz G-Class - Automobile Magazine

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Hyundai today reported a better than expected record quarterly profit, though it said a rising won could hurt profits in the fourth quarter. Full story...

Hyundai on Thursday reported a better than expected record quarterly profit, though it said a rising won could hurt profits in the fourth quarter. Full story...

Hyundai beat forecasts with a record quarterly profit as government incentives fueled strong global sales of its cheap, fuel-efficient models, setting the bar impossibly high for its struggling Japanese rivals. Full story...

Hyundai beat forecasts with a record quarterly profit as government incentives fueled strong global sales of its cheap, fuel-efficient models, setting the bar impossibly high for its struggling Japanese rivals. Full story...

Hyundai beat forecasts with a record quarterly profit as government incentives fueled strong global sales of its cheap, fuel-efficient models, setting the bar impossibly high for its struggling Japanese rivals. Full story...

Hyundai beat forecasts with a record quarterly profit as government incentives fueled strong global sales of its cheap, fuel-efficient models, setting the bar impossibly high for its struggling Japanese rivals. Full story...

The 41st biennial Tokyo Motor Show - notably smaller than past shows held in the Japanese capital - was a chance for the domestic manufacturers to demonstate their continued dedication to the green and sustainable theme. But it also heralded the introduction of a few vehicles that could only be born out of the Japanese environment. While the entire show was roughly the size of the BMW hall at Frankfurt, the Japanese automakers - Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Daihatsu, Subaru and Suzuki - all showcased new concept and production vehicles, including the Deca Deca from Daihatsu, the Hybrid Tourer from Subaru, three new concepts from Honda, the FT-EV II and FT-86 concepts from Toyota and Nissan's Fuga, Leaf and forward-thinking tandem-seat Land Glider concept.

Honda will likely post an operating profit of 60 billion yen ($660 million) for the April-September first half, beating its forecast for a loss, the Nikkei business daily reported today. Full story...

Honda will likely post an operating profit of 60 billion yen ($660 million) for the April-September first half, beating its forecast for a loss, the Nikkei business daily reported on Thursday. Full story...

Honda will likely post an operating profit of 60 billion yen ($660 million) for the April-September first half, beating its forecast for a loss, the Nikkei business daily reported on Thursday. Full story...

Honda will likely post an operating profit of 60 billion yen ($660 million) for the April-September first half, beating its forecast for a loss, the Nikkei business daily reported on Thursday. Full story...

Looking at the grey Camry LE with its two-tone grey interior, I can't help but think that we've come to expect too much. Too often, we think the Camry should have something of the divine. And the Accord. And the Fusion. And the Malibu. We've come to believe these mid-size sedans should be nothing short of extraordinary. Full story...

12 rounds will make up the 2010 Superleague Formula by Sonangol season, it can be revealed today, with a host of new countries and venues added to the calendar. Full story...

The 2010 WTCC calendar was announced today by the FIA. Zolder and Portimao will include the championship for the first time. Full story...

NASCAR officials today announced a $30,000 (USD) fine against Roush Fenway crew chief, Eddie Pardue, and docked 100 Nationwide championship points from owner, Jack Roush, and Matt Kenseth of the #17 Ford for an engine rules violation. Full story...

HERNDON, Va., - Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the launch of the all-new 2010 GTI via the App Store by making available a free version of the popular Firemint Real Racing game that exclusively features the all-new 2010 GTI. This is the first time an American automotive manufacturer has used the App Store to launch a new vehicle. Additionally, users of the Real Racing GTI App in the U.S. can compete for the chance to win one of six, limited-edition 2010 GTIs that are fully-customized inside and out. Full story...

DETROIT - The initial production color of the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) is a silver exterior with an emerald hue. That's official. What's not certain is what Chevrolet will name that distinctive exterior color, so the company is turning to the public to help make the decision. Full story...